For the past few weeks, people have really started to get on my nerves. I have said it to myself over and over that I rather be with animals then people. I'm annoyed when people almost slam into me with their car because they are talking on their cell phone, smoking a cigarette and totally not caring about what is going on around them.
People piss me off. Is it me, or are people becoming more insensitive and not caring about others? I get upset reading the news and hearing about another gang shooting (I don't read the news anymore).
The last thing to really be hurtful is someone from work telling me that I gained wt., and suggested I look into gastric bypass surgery (I weigh 150)
I have so much vented anger---I feel anxious and I am afraid I am going to go off on someone.
I am usually really easy going and things like this don't bother me----so what is wrong with me?
2007-11-05 10:26:21 · 9 answers · asked by Seablanco1 6 in Health ➔ Mental Health
It sounds as if, due to a few bad experiences with obnoxious individuals (like your colleague), you're now on the look-out for other people who fit this "pattern" ("I have said it to myself over and over that I rather be with animals then people."). This self-talk will make you more alert to other people's shortcomings and insensitive behavior, so you'll pay more attention to it and attribute more importance to it. Over time, if you keep concentrating on people's faults, shortcomings or insensitive behaviors, you'll keep noticing them more and more until it's constantly on your mind.
Maybe try noticing the kind things people around you do, or stories in the news about positive things people do - they tend to be less obvious and less sensational than gang shootings, hence so little publicity about them.
You might also be feeling anxious because you don't speak your mind when people treat you badly. It might be an idea to take your colleague to one side and tell her/him that their remark was very hurtful. You'll probably find they were only trying to be helpful (in an obnoxious insensitive way) and will apologise. Being put on the spot like that may also shame them into not making such remarks to other people.
2007-11-05 10:45:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think you will pass through this phase, but if you don't, talk to your doctor.
First of all that creep from work - just totally block that from memory.
You can't change the culture of the humans who are just taking up space, but you can change your response. Just remember you are not creepy or inconsiderate, and there are so many out there looking for good people like yourself. We seem to be fewer and fewer, but sure do appreciate finding another good person among us.
Just my opinion, but I can't feel animals are better company than humans. I love a good human kiss and hug, and Fido or Kitty just don't cut it for me. Animals tend to be more submissive or obedient, and I'd enjoy a spunky, opinionated conversation with a good human more than that wag and woof, or mew. I have my cat - I mean she has me, and my really quiet fish - but I don't value them more than a loving human.
2007-11-05 10:56:09 · answer #2 · answered by bin there dun that 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These are things that make most people upset. But it's not healthy to get so into that BECAUSE you cannot change them. There are too many things wrong in this world that you simply cannot change. Much better to find some way to handle your stress/anger. Exercise, deep breathing, humour, music, etc.
2007-11-05 10:38:29 · answer #3 · answered by Linni 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your right. People are selfish and heartless. Don't sink to that level. It is a reflection upon them. People are stressed out to the limit. They have financial troubles, and all kinds of issues. What I always tell myself is "whatever" Do not let it bother you and be the person you want to be. Forget about the ignorance of others.
2007-11-05 10:44:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you have the same allergy I do... I'm allergic to stupid. You just need to get your mind off the stupid people and practice some stress control techniques. You know, take deep breaths, spend time on Y!A and answer stupid questions with sarcasm and wit (make yourself laugh), and whatnot.
2007-11-05 10:32:58 · answer #5 · answered by gilfinn 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Not sure this is a mental illness, just a part of your personality.
I hate most people too...even though I'm extroverted, other human beings just try my patience. I MUCH prefer just being with my dogs.
2007-11-05 10:38:03 · answer #6 · answered by Lauren 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its normal, people are annoying, its just how u deal with. you know i live in nyc and everyday someone walks into me, pushes me, etc..
yes im pissed everyday, thats life, but once you get home tune it out, be happy, exercise, honestly all my friends feel like u/ just tune these people out/
2007-11-05 10:39:29 · answer #7 · answered by tbo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
internal stress. try meditation go to holisticonline.com for more info.
2007-11-05 13:14:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
its not you it the general puplic there a pain in the ****
2007-11-05 10:34:43 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋